Dunedin, FL vs El Monte, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Dunedin
72.4
#893 nationally
El Monte
61.6
#1894 nationally
Dunedin leads in crime level (2.2 vs 11.6). El Monte leads in walk score (62 vs 41). Dunedin leads in cost of living index (108 vs 151).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Dunedin, FL | El Monte, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.4 (#893) | 61.6 (#1894) |
| Population | 35,930 | 103,794 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $414,049 | $764,928 |
| Median Household Income | $63,824 | $59,929 |
| Average Commute | 24.2 min | 29.3 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 2.2 | 11.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 108 | 151 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.2 | D+32.9 |
C-
72.4 Score
Dunedin, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$414,049
Population
35,930
Crime
Low
Walk Score
41
Southeast
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D-
61.6 Score
El Monte, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$764,928
Population
103,794
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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